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Public Holidays in Japan 2026
Official public and bank holidays
16 holidays
| Date | Holiday | When |
|---|---|---|
| January 01 Thursday | New Year's Day 元日 | 82 days ago |
| January 12 Monday | Coming of Age Day 成人の日 | 71 days ago |
| February 11 Wednesday | Foundation Day 建国記念の日 | 41 days ago |
| February 23 Monday | The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日 | 29 days ago |
| March 20 Friday | Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日 | 4 days ago |
| April 29 Wednesday | Shōwa Day 昭和の日 | in 36 days |
| May 04 Monday | Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日 | in 41 days |
| May 04 Monday | Greenery Day みどりの日 | in 41 days |
| May 05 Tuesday | Children's Day こどもの日 | in 42 days |
| July 20 Monday | Marine Day 海の日 | in 118 days |
| August 11 Tuesday | Mountain Day 山の日 | in 140 days |
| September 21 Monday | Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日 | in 181 days |
| September 23 Wednesday | Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日 | in 183 days |
| October 12 Monday | Sports Day スポーツの日 | in 202 days |
| November 03 Tuesday | Culture Day 文化の日 | in 224 days |
| November 23 Monday | Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日 | in 244 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Japan have in 2026?
Japan has 16 official public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Japan?
The next public holiday in Japan is Shōwa Day on April 29, 2026 (Wednesday).
Do public holidays in Japan fall on weekends?
Some holidays may fall on weekends. Check the day column in the table above to see which day each holiday falls on in 2026.